St. Vincent and the Grenadines, part of the Windward Islands, are located at 13° 15 N, 61° 12 W. St. Vincent is the largest of the more than 30 islands that comprise the nation, covering roughly 390 sq. km (150 sq. miles). The Grenadines extend 72 km (45 miles) to the southwest, like a kite's tail. The major islands, north to south, are Young Island , Bequia, Mustique, Canouan, Mayreau, Union Island, Palm Island , and Petit St. Vincent. St. Vincent has a mountainous interior, having La Soufriere, an active volcano in the north rising to 1,220 m (4,000 ft.) as its highest point, and a sheltered and indented coastline on the Leeward coast. The average yearly temperature is 27° C (81° F). The coolest months are between November and February. The national currency is the Eastern Caribbean dollar and the exchange rate is tied to the US dollar at a rate of $2.68. Source: www.svgtourism.com